Visiting Finance Analyst

About the RoleA fast-growing, Series A/B EdTech startup based in Berlin is looking for a Visiting Finance Analyst to join its Finance team on a full-time, on-site basis. This is a rare early-career opportunity to work directly alongside senior leadership — including the Director of Finance & People — and gain hands-on experience building a modern finance function from the ground up. You'll have real ownership of workstreams, direct access to decision-makers, and a front-row seat to how a high-growth tech company manages its finances. The company operates a widely used AI-powered learning platform with tens of millions of users globally across more than 30 countries. What You'll Do• Work directly alongside the Director of Finance & People as a hands-on contributor, acting as a trusted right hand across projects and priorities. • Prepare decision briefs and support cross-functional initiatives, keeping projects on track across Finance, Growth, Engineering, and Legal. • Support monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close processes and coordinate with external auditors. • Contribute to accurate, reliable financial reporting across multiple jurisdictions. • Assist with operational controlling, including budget planning, financial forecasting, and liquidity tracking. • Build monthly reports, conduct ad hoc deep dives, and translate data into clear, decision-ready analysis. • Identify and implement automation opportunities using AI tools, low-code platforms, and smart integrations to reduce manual workflows. • Help evolve the finance function from static reporting toward dynamic, AI-enhanced financial intelligence. • Coordinate with external tax advisors, auditors, and legal providers. What We're Looking ForMust-haves: • Currently enrolled in or recently graduated from a degree program in business, finance, economics, or a related field. • Professional working proficiency in both German and English, written and spoken. • Foundational knowledge of accounting